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Journal : International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research

Mandalas as a Source of Self-Expression Miłek, Katarzyna; İPEK, Jale; Breś, Anna
International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research Vol. 5 No. 9 (2024): International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Rese
Publisher : Future Science / FSH-PH Publications

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11594/ijmaber.05.09.22

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The article is a presentation of the meaning and characteristics of mandalas that derive from Sanskrit symbolism. The Kabbalistic overtones of their compositions intrigued early psychoanalysts. They have been assimilated to treat and calm patients suffering from neurosis, psychosis, depression. They were seen as expressive, diagnostic and therapeutic. The article presents different views on the values and effects of the use of mandalas in education, relaxation and therapy. Due to the lack of scientific premises for use, relaxation use is encouraged during rehabilitation, after-school and speech therapy classes. A substantive approach to the subject encourages the search for applications in education in various fields, but this requires undertaking scientific research and verification of applications. The article is an exhaustive analysis of the literature on the use of mandalas.
Decoupage as an art therapy technique in human functioning in late adulthood. Miłek, Katarzyna; Figaj, Magdalena
International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research Vol. 5 No. 11 (2024): International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Res
Publisher : Future Science / FSH-PH Publications

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11594/ijmaber.05.11.15

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The article presents research on the use of decoupage as an art therapy technique among the residents of a social welfare home. The technique used here is described along with its location in the history of art therapy. The author establishes the definition, goals and functions that this field of therapy fulfills in human life, with particular focus on the impact in late adulthood. The research was conducted in the Nursing Home in Gniezno on the basis of an interview questionnaire and a survey conducted among seniors living in the Social Welfare Home. The research was preceded by conducting classes using the decoupage technique.